Training a Dog to Walk on a Leash

One thing that most dog owners come across when they train their pets is to teach them to leash. The following tips were compiled after interviewing dog owners and professional trainers. This will certainly simplify the training process.

Reasons to keep puppies on a leash are a challenge:

1. Following the natural behavior of dogs, puppies tend to bring their owners to places they want to go to. Walking with their owners is not self-evident for these dogs.

2. Walking to things that you find exciting is almost a reflex action for puppies. This is an important reason why they should be properly trained to be on a leash.

3. Providing this type of training is cumbersome, as the owners usually focus on what they want to achieve while neglecting the dog's needs.

Just bring your dog on a leash:

• You need to make sure your dog gets used to wearing the collar. This may initially be uncomfortable for the puppy, but over time the dog will get used to it. Do not remove the collar if your dog is barking or scratching. The collar should not be removed until after the puppy has stopped getting rid of it.
• Start with a small rope, z. As a string, and then increase it gradually. Using a long leash at the beginning can scare the puppy. So get used to the shorter leash first.
• It is recommended to engage the dog in a fun activity before exercising with a loose leash. Playing games like running and searching is certainly useful. Rewarding the dog and congratulating him while holding a loose leash is a sure way to train the dog.
• Never let the dog keep you on a leash. If he stops several times when the dog tries to shoot him, he becomes frustrated and completely abandons this habit. At the beginning you should practice the loose leash by walking with your dog for at least 5 minutes.

HIKING YOUR DOG

Running with your dog should be a pleasant and enjoyable experience for you and your dog. To do this, it is important that you start the walk at the front door. Stand by the open door and your pet is sitting next to you. If your dog walks in front of you, correct him and ask him to return to the sitting position next to him. The dog should not advance until he has given the order or indicated that you are moving. Remember, you are the leader and your dog must follow or walk by his side.

You do not have to watch your pet while walking. Get up and proceed confidently. Your dog will follow your example.

If your dog walks in front of you, you must correct it. A good way to fix the problem is to pull the strap up and to the side. Then stop and wait for him to come back. Another method used by some successful dog owners is to turn around and go in the opposite direction. You will feel the pulling of the belt and it will stop and turn to follow the pulling of the belt. If it passes in front of you or decides to go in a different direction, simply apply the same strategy and head in the opposite direction. Very quickly you will find that you have to go by your side, not elsewhere.

Some straps are more useful than others to train a puppy or dog without practicing walking next to you. A short strap that gives you more control is better than a long or retractable strap.

Always stay relaxed, especially the arm that holds the belt. You communicate on a leash, so that your dog feels concerns or tensions and reacts to this communication by reacting negatively to you and your environment.

If you have a strong or large dog that tends to throw or throw, you must be aware that you are not considering your leader. In his eyes you are the disciple and he leads you. If your dog pulls on the top of the leash, stop immediately and do not move. Never let your dog go forward when you pull or throw. In this way, you teach him that the only way to accomplish his goals is to keep him on a leash. Once the strap sags a bit, you can start over. Give your dog a "with me" or "come" type command and move forward.

Visit my blog, where you'll find this lesson on obedience training for your dog. You'll see some examples of things you can do today, right now, to teach this potentially life-saving skill to your dog.


References:
https://getfreedogtraining.com/best-way-to-train-your-puppy-or-dog-love-to-walk-on-a-leash/
https://www.freedogtrainingclasses.com/tips-for-dog-obedience-training/